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Fitter – Power Systems Installation Perth, Scotland with travel across UK substations (Hybrid flexibility where applicable) Permanent Competitive Salary Flexible Benefits Summary We have an exciting opportunity for a skilled Fitter to join our Power Systems team.
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This role is critical to the successful delivery of high-voltage substation projects (up to 132kV) within a DNO environment.
Reporting to the Project Supervisor, you’ll be responsible for the installation and commissioning of electrical network components across ground and structure-mounted systems.
This is a hands-on role with travel to various substations, offering the chance to work on technically challenging and rewarding projects.
Some of the key deliverables in this role will include: Installation of cable systems, switchgear, transformers, busbars, relay panels, and associated equipment.
Ensuring all components are installed to workmanship and quality standards and comply with current H&S legislation.
Supporting the team with excavation, cable pulling, mechanical and electrical fitting, and small wiring tasks.
Leading site preparation including materials, equipment, and labour resources.
Supervising working parties and subcontractors in line with CDM regulations.
Maintaining and managing company-issued equipment, ensuring serviceability and compliance with PAT/calibration testing.
What we’re looking for: We’re looking for a committed and safety-conscious professional who thrives in a dynamic site environment.
You’ll be someone who takes pride in delivering high-quality work and building strong relationships with customers and colleagues.
Proven experience in installing electrical components in substations operating up to 132kV within a DNO environment.
Preferably holds SSE and/or SPEN Authorisations or has the ability to progress to “Authorised Person” status under Customer Safety Rules.
Demonstrates professionalism, reliability, and a collaborative approach to team and customer engagement.
Capable of supervising teams and subcontractors, ensuring safe and efficient site operations.
A versatile “all-rounder” with a willingness to expand skillsets and take on diverse tasks.
Benefits: We're always evolving our benefits to ensure we're attracting and retaining great people.
Some of what you can expect includes: Salary sacrifice car scheme (Hybrid/Electric Vehicle) Pension with a leading provider and up to 8% employer contribution Personal Wellbeing and Volunteer Days Private Medical Insurance Free 24/7 365 Employee Assistance Program (including counselling and legal advice) Flexible benefits including Dental Insurance, Gym Memberships, Travel Insurance, Tax-Free Bikes Personal development programme Next Steps: As a business, we’re on a journey to build on our culture where everyone is included, treated fairly and with respect.
This starts with recruitment and how we bring people into the organisation.
We’ll do our best to outline the recruitment process to you ahead of timewith plenty of notice.If you require any accommodations to participatein the application or interview process, please let us know and we will work with you to ensure your needs are met.
About Us Freedom are part of the NG Bailey Group, one of the leading independent engineering and services businesses in the UK.
Founded in 1921, with a turnover of £500m and 3000 employees, we are proud of our history of developing great people through our investment in training.
You will be working as part of a team where we are committed to creating a culture where we treat each other fairly and with respect, recognising everyone as an individual.
Progression is something we value and we will make sure that when you join us you have a clearly defined development path, supported by regular reviews, training and ongoing support to enable you to be the best you can be.
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Location:
United Kingdom
Job Type:
FullTime
Category:
Engineering